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Can you really have hyperthyroidism and at the same time be overweight?
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Yes: Hyperthyroidism can be mild to severe. The same way, the symptoms associated with hyperthyroidism like weight loss, jitters, heart palpitations, etc can range from non-existant to severe.
Answered 11/22/2016
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Yes: You can have multiple other conditions coexisting! see your md!
Answered 11/22/2016
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